I am totally surprised, and even more impressed, at the condition that most of the 126s advertised for sale. Such nice interiors, sometimes almost new looking, and it is really difficult to ignore them. If someone wants fantastic value for money, you could do a lot worse than the W126. Even the V8, in 4.2 litre configuration, is quite a petrol miser - 10.5 to 11.0/100 on a trip,and for technology that dates back at least twelve years or more, that is most acceptable.
Since purchase almost twelve months ago, my 420SEL has not missed a beat. Mind you, I drove Gleaming Beauty the other day, and I really need to say that there are only two things (among others) that the two cars have in common - four wheels and the bonnet star radiator. 6.9 torque - you'd better believe it. Regards Styria